Lucy has been a tirelessly upbeat presence in UK skateboarding for years now, whether through the efforts she’s made to make skateboarding more accessible for girls through her She-Shredders coaching classes, or through her visibility as one of the most high profile female skateboarders out there.

Lucy discussing her recent bout of depression with absolute candour and honesty

Some brilliant tales about growing up as the only girl in an all-male skate scene.

The importance of safe spaces for girls looking to take up skateboarding

How proud she is to mark two decades of skating with a pro model on Lovenskate.

This is a genuinely inspiring tale and, as Lucy says at the end, we cover a lot of ground. As I think you’ll be able to tell, I really enjoyed this one, and hats off to Lucy for being so open about her mental health struggles. Thanks for having me Lucy!